LED face masks are legit. Once reserved for salon treatments only, they’re now available for us to use at home, and everyone from Victoria Beckham and Chrissy Teigen to Trinny Woodall and Vicky McClure are proof of their complexion-perfecting powers.
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The celebs might have all invested in one, but what exactly do they do and how do they work? Here’s everything you need to know, plus the best ones to buy before they sell out. It’s time to get your best skin yet this summer…
Do LED face masks work?
They do, although of course the level of result will vary from person to person.
Besides the fact that every man and his dog has bought one, LED light masks are backed by science, after the technology was originally developed by NASA. They work by omitting coloured wavelengths of light that penetrate the skin to bring about the benefits.
What do LED face masks do?
There are (generally, but this can vary from mask to mask) three colours to choose from: blue, red and near-infrared. Each type targets different skin conditions.
Blue light: Blue LED light masks target bacteria that lives within hair follicles and thus combat acne.
Red light: Red LED light masks stimulate collagen to tackle ageing, while reducing inflammation and redness of the skin.
Near-infrared light: This light is near enough colourless. It is proven to increase healing and improve pigmentation.
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How do I use an LED face mask?
Most masks are designed to be worn for 10 to 15 minutes per day, while the best results will come from consistent use over several weeks. Some claim to have seen a difference from the masks below in just one use.
Celebrity bestseller
The Light Salon Boost LED Face Mask, £395, Selfridges
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Comfort and convenience are what set The Light Salon’s Boost Mask apart from its competitors. It’s made from soft, flexible silicone to suit all face shapes, while its strap means you can go about your daily life as you use it.
It omits both red and near-infrared light, and appears to be the celeb favourite with Trinny Woodall, Laura Whitmore, Vicky McClure, Clara Amfo, Victoria Beckham, Chrissy Teigen and Nick Grimshaw all owning one. If that’s not proof it works, we don’t know what is.
Why The Light Salon Boost LED Mask?
The mask has been designed with comfort and convenience in mind. The soft, flexible and comfortable silicone makes it suitable for any face shape and lifestyle. Eyes are fully uncovered (whilst the outer eye area is treated by LEDs), giving you the choice to go about your daily tasks and chores while you’re wearing it or lay back, relax and take 10 minutes out of your day to unwind.
The benefits of LED are more than skin deep – and using the mask can also help combat stress and anxiety, with the NearInfrared having a balancing effect on cortisol, while ‘happy’ hormones like serotonin and dopamine are triggered by the lights.
Best LED face masks
MZ SKIN Light Therapy Golden Facial Treatment Device, was £385, now £309, Currentbody
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Dr Maryam Zamani, one of London’s top aesthetic doctors, is the brains behind this one. Light intensity can be adjusted accordingly, while it offers five colours: red for anti-ageing, blue for battling blemishes, green to calm the skin and reduce pigmentation, yellow to reduce redness and soothe sensitivity, and white to promote healing and skin repair.
As one of the more pricey buys, reviewers discussed doing diligent research ahead of purchasing, but all concur that it’s paid off.
CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Mask, £249, Current Body
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CurrentBody Skin’s mask has been a hit with beauty bloggers, and it’s not hard to see why. It combines red and near-infrared light to bring about firmer, younger-looking skin, and in-house clinical studies found that 95 per cent of users saw an improvement of skin tone, texture and tightness.
Project E LED Face Mask, £190.99, Amazon
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Project E’s mask boasts seven colours that cover all skin conditions from rosacea to acne, while its USP is the fact that it’s completely wireless. It’s currently rated an impressive 4.2 stars out of 5 on Amazon, with users claiming that results were visible after one use.
Hangsun Light Therapy LED Mask, £38.24, Amazon
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This bargain LED mask comes in at under £50 and boasts rave reviews on Amazon. Free of chemicals and UV light, it helps clear acne and allows the skin to heal itself. The proof is in the pudding, with five-star reviews across the board. One delighted customer said: “Using it every day has made a huge difference to my skin. Texture and scarring has improved. My skin is a lot smoother, I find it very relaxing and easy to use. I have recommended to everyone that I can think of!”.
Dr. Dennis Gross Drx Spectralite Faceware Pro, £430, LookFantastic
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Inspired by Dr. Dennis Gross’ famous facials, this FDA-approved mask has over 150 blue and red LED lights – so it targets a lot of problem areas. It only takes three minutes and you’ll see results in three weeks. Plus, it’s a regular sell-out, so you know it’s a must-buy!
No7 LABORATORIES Age-Defying LED Mask, £149.95, Boots
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Boots also sell a popular LED mask, which promises to give you a radiant and healthier-looking complexion and the power to reduce the appearance of fine lines. The reviews are great, with one delighted woman claiming it visibly faded the sunspots on her face within just two weeks of use.
This mask is pretty epic. In just ten minutes, it stimulates collagen, encourages healing, calms redness and evens skin tone. It uses Near infrared which boosts circulation and nourishes the skin, whilst the red lights enhance the production of elastin.
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